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10 Best Items To Buy at Target for Less Than $5

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Target is known for offering great deals, but sometimes it can seem like everything costs $10, or even $20 or more. The truth is, Target has numerous great wallet-friendly deals that cost less than $5.

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GOBankingRates shopped the Target website to find the best items you can get, and all ten cost less than $5 each.

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Sun Bum Lip Balm

  • Price: $3.99

Protect your lips during long summer days in the sun with Sun Bum Lip Balm. This SPF 30 lip balm also contains aloe and vitamin E to help moisturize your lips. Perfect for days at the beach, workout outdoors, running errands and more, this lip balm is also gluten- and cruelty-free. Plus, it’s coconut-flavored. Not a fan of coconut? It’s also available in watermelon.

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16-ounce Stoneware Avesta Mug

  • Price: $3.00

Whether you need a mug for your home, office, child going off to college or another purpose, the 16-ounce Stoneware Avesta Mug is a fantastic value. It’s suitable for hot and cold beverages, and since it’s microwave-safe, you can use it to reheat foods and beverages. It’s also dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.

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Threshold Thin Frame

  • Price: $4.00

The Threshold Thin Frame features a classic, sleek, simple look that will make a perfect addition to most homes, offices and dorm rooms. It’s equipped with a hanging triangle and easel back, so you can hang it on a wall or rest it on a surface. Since the frame is economically priced, you can stock up on a bunch for a coordinated look.

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College Ruled 1 Subject Flexible Paperboard Cover Spiral Notebook

  • Price: $0.99

Just in time for back-to-school shopping, the College Ruled 1 Subject Flexible Paperboard Cover Spiral Notebook is also perfect for your home and office needs. It’s available in eight different colors to help you stay organized, and features 70 pages for long-lasting use. It has punched holes for use with a three-ring binder, and the spiral binding makes it easy to turn the pages.

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Tommy Bahama 100% Cotton Island Retreat Soft Terry Towel Set

  • Price: $4.99

Revitalize your bathroom or guest bathroom with the Tommy Bahama 100% Cotton Island Retreat Soft Terry Towel Set. Since these two bath towels are made entirely of cotton, they’re soft yet highly absorbent. They’ll bring a pop of color to your bathroom, or send your child to college with these towels. The towels are machine-washable for easy cleaning.

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Room Essentials Kitchen Shears

  • Price: 3.00

You’ll be surprised how many uses you find for the Room Essentials Kitchen Shears. Their stainless steel blades feature serrated edges for sharp, powerful cutting, plus they’re equipped with a built-in bottle opener. The plastic-coated handles create a comfort able grip, so you can use these shears for food preparation, opening food packages and more.

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4.6-quart Open Front Stackable Storage Bin

  • Price: $3.00

Organize your home with the highly versatile 4.6-quart Open Front Stackable Storage Bin. This drop-front bin features a stackable design, so you can maximize your use of vertical space while keeping items within easy reach. Use these bins to organize your kitchen pantry, child’s room, playroom, arts and crafts supplies and more.

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Colorblock Ice Cream Scoop

  • Price: $3.00

If you have ice cream lovers in your house, the Colorblock Ice Cream Scoop can make serving up frozen desserts faster and easier. It features an ergonomic handle for a comfy grip, and its bright, modern style makes it a fun addition to your kitchen.

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Pool Noodle

  • Price: $1.00

Perfect for water activities, the Pool Noodle is made of foam and provides swim support. It’s durable yet lightweight, and is a must-have for trips to the pool, pond or ocean. At just $1 each, you can also stock up on noodles to use as padding on sharp edges, or even for insulating pipes. Chances are you’ll discover all sorts of uses for these handy noodles.

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Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Hand and Body Lotion

  • Price: $2.39

When you’re on the go, Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Hand and Body Lotion is easy to take along. This travel size bottle is easy to pack in your luggage on trips, or to keep in your purse. The lotion helps moisturize your skin, but it absorbs quickly so you’re not left with a greasy feel.

Disclaimer: Prices and availability accurate as of July 24, 2025 and subject to change.

Photo disclaimer: All imagery sourced from Target.com.

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